Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
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Meinl
20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
Product Info
Article Number:
358817
Brand:
Meinl
Model:
20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
Category:
20" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$547.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Meinl Byzance Jazz Thin is a real gem for players seeking a vintage vibe. It's incredibly responsive and produces a beautifully warm, shimmering crash that’s perfect for jazz, small ensembles, or anyone wanting a more nuanced crash sound. Be mindful of its thinness – it’s not built for thrashing, but for sensitive expression.
Product Description
- Meinl 20" Byzance Jazz Thin Crash
- Crash Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- Byzance series
- Jazz version
- Fast
- explosive response with warm vintage sound
- Can also be perfectly used as a light ride
- Material: B20 bronze
- Hand hammered
PROS
- • Exceptional responsiveness thanks to thin profile and hammering
- • Warm, vintage-inspired tone perfect for jazz and lighter styles
- • B20 bronze alloy delivers complex overtones and shimmering sustain
- • Versatile enough to function as a light ride in a pinch
CONS
- • Thinness makes it susceptible to cracking with aggressive playing
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for many drummers
- • Limited projection compared to heavier, more powerful crashes
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20in
Material
B20 bronze
Finish
Hand hammered, natural
Sound Character
Warm, complex, explosive, shimmering
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Jazz Thin has a significantly faster response and warmer tone, while the Traditional offers more sustain and a brighter, more cutting sound.
No, its thin profile and delicate construction aren't ideal for aggressive playing styles; it’s best suited for gentler musical contexts.
Regular cleaning with a cymbal cleaner is essential, and careful handling to avoid damage given its thinness.
